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A member asked:

What causes shortness of breath when running? whenever i run i seem to get a shortness of breath and i can't run. how can i get fit easy and fast?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

There is no way: To get fit fast & easy...Keep at it & talk to your primary physician . Good luck.

Answered 10/13/2016

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